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An Open Letter to the New Springfield City Leadership

Read recommendations for the future of Springfield, Missouri, guided by survey responses from the local business community.
Taylor Warwick
New on the Scene

Get to Know Taylor Warwick, COO of Mercy Springfield Communities

After years of leading health care expansions in Kansas City, Taylor Warwick embraces new opportunities as COO of Mercy Springfield Communities—and looks forward to diving into life in the Ozarks.
A&B Cycle team
Rooted Here

A Century of Cycling with A&B Cycle

For the past 100 years, A&B Cycle has been a mainstay in Springfield, Missouri. Its continuous commitment to serving its customers—from loyal cyclists to new riders—has solidified its spot providing 417-landers with a way to get outdoors.
College Station Theater
On the Rise

Keeping College Station Theater Local

With many changes over the past 15 years, Paul Tillman and his dad, Scott, have decided to keep the ownership and operation of College Station Theater local.
Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile
Vantage Point

Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

A new placemaking effort is underway on Medical Mile, that 2.8-mile stretch between two giant health care systems on National Avenue in Springfield, Missouri. Better Block SGF is ready to tackle a very long challenge.

Networking in the Ozarks

Find out where to meet and network with other business leaders in Springfield and southwest Missouri.

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Local invention: RockDolly
Small Businesses

Local invention: RockDolly

Lengthy sound checks led this 417-lander to develop an all-in-one sound system.

jan 2018 | Companies, Entrepreneur, Music, People
Make Overseas Business Operations Work for Your Company
Strategy

Make Overseas Business Operations Work for Your Company

Many business owners dream of taking their company overseas, but what do you do if it actually happens? David Moore, President and CEO of...

jan 2018 | Communication, Companies, Strategy
Meet the Central High Staffer behind Sarah’ndipity Designs
Small Businesses

Meet the Central High Staffer behind Sarah’ndipity Designs

Sarah Gugliotta created a few necklaces for gifts, and now her jewelry line is sold in local businesses and has flourished on her Facebook...

jan 2018 | Companies, Made in 417, Meet the Maker, People
Quiz: Which Team Assessments Should My Office Take?
Strategy

Quiz: Which Team Assessments Should My Office Take?

Team assessments can help you leverage your employees’ strengths and determine if you’re missing any key players in your organization. Don...

jan 2018 | Christmas, Infographics, Jobs, Recruitment
Six Bags and Wallets You Need for Traveling This Year
Style

Six Bags and Wallets You Need for Traveling This Year

Whether you’re jet-setting for work or play, these bags and wallets make getting around a breeze.

jan 2018 | Biz Style, Shopping, Style
Strategies to Keep Your Employees Healthy and Reduce Workers’ Compensation
Strategy

Strategies to Keep Your Employees Healthy and Reduce Workers’ Compensation

Slipped disks and torn ligaments from on-the-job injuries hurt employees and their families. And they can hurt your business, too, through...

jan 2018 | Health, Strategy
Three Tricks to Keep Your Desk Clean This Year
Strategy

Three Tricks to Keep Your Desk Clean This Year

Don’t let a messy desk stand between you and your most productive self.

jan 2018 | Strategy, Workspaces
What is WeDames?
Startups

What is WeDames?

Director Jana Moreno explains how We Dames is changing the way businesses market to women.

jan 2018 | Companies, People, Social Media, Women in Business

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Q&A with Great River Engineering: 2018 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award Winner
Small Businesses

Q&A with Great River Engineering: 2018 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award Winner

In just 20 years, Great River Engineering has expanded its offices in Springfield in addition to opening offices in Kansas City and St....

may 04 2018 | Companies, Q&A, Strategy
5 Tips for Better Strategic Planning Sessions
Strategy

5 Tips for Better Strategic Planning Sessions

Spencer Harris, Director of Operations at Mostly Serious explains what it takes to improve a company's strategic planning session and how...

may 03 2018 | Business Services, Communication, Companies, Strategy
13 Office Bar Essentials You Need
Style

13 Office Bar Essentials You Need

Whether you fancy a cup of joe or a glass of the finest whiskey, these stylish items add a little swagger to your office drink station.

may 2018 | Biz Style, Coffee, Drinks, Whiskey
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2018 Excellence in Technology Awards
Excellence in Technology

2018 Excellence in Technology Awards

Business runs on technological advancements, and Biz 417 partnered with AITP of the Ozarks for the second year in a row to honor the...

may 2018 | Companies, Features, People, Q&A
Advice and Whiskey with Julie Swift
Strategy

Advice and Whiskey with Julie Swift

Waypoint’s vice president of foodservice shares her best sales strategies.

may 2018 | Advice & Whiskey, Strategy, Women in Business
Beautyrest Sleep Gallery’s Foundation Provides Mattresses to Kids in Need
Culture

Beautyrest Sleep Gallery’s Foundation Provides Mattresses to Kids in Need

The owners of Beautyrest Sleep Gallery started a foundation to guarantee a good night’s sleep for children in need.

may 2018 | Charity, Companies, Do Good, Giving Back
Butler Rosenbury & Partners’ Downtown Digs
Offices

Butler Rosenbury & Partners’ Downtown Digs

Butler Rosenbury & Partners remodeled its downtown Springfield office last summer to honor the past while creating a more open, futuristic...

may 2018 | Companies, Design, Downtown Springfield, Workspaces
By the Numbers: Springfield’s Education Sector
Strategy

By the Numbers: Springfield’s Education Sector

Area universities are sending a new class of graduates into the workplace this spring, so we compiled some numbers to gauge their economic...

may 2018 | Education, Infographics, Strategy

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State of the State 2018
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State of the State 2018

State of the State presented by Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, August 1, 2018. White River Conference Center. Photos by Gabby...
Ladies Who Launch 2018
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Ladies Who Launch 2018

Biz 417's 2018 Ladies Who Launch presented by Volt Credit Union. Hickory Hills Country Club. July 19, 2018. Photos by Khaley Watts and Alex...
Biz B-School: Rebranding Branson 2018
Biz People Pics

Biz B-School: Rebranding Branson 2018

Biz 417's Rebranding Branson B-School. Andy B's Restaurant and Entertainment. June 14, 2018. Photos by Brad Zweerink.
Summer Fest 2018
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Summer Fest 2018

Summer Fest 2018 presented by The Network and the City of Springfield. June 8, 2018. Farmers Park. Photos by Brad Zweerink.

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